Some of the companies have shown earnest interest to produce the indigenous lithium-ion batteries and have already reached out to ISRO.

The electric vehicle maker also said that "this bulk procurement and mass production can help reduce the cost of lithium-ion batteries by almost 80%, which is imperative to push demand. Currently all lithium-ion batteries are imported and high-priced."

“The future of EVs in fact looks quite promising for electric cars, electric bikes and e-rickshaws plying on Indian roads. And the indigenous technology to manufacture such high-power batteries for automobiles is a master stroke for the industry as the government has kept its promise of promoting EVs. It will reduce fossil fuel dependence and pollution, and prove beneficial for both consumers and the nation in the long run,” continued Ayush Lohia.

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In order to exhibit the model stretches of national highways as per norms, NHAI plans to develop 57 stretches of NH (1,735 kms) across the length and breadth of the country near each state capital, the NHAI official said. These model stretches will serve as a platform to instruct the highway engineers.